Communist victory and the consolidation of Mao's rule, 1946–1952 Key Terms

People's Liberation Army (PLA)

The military force of the Communist Party of China, which played a crucial role in the victory over the Nationalists.

Land Reform

A policy implemented by the Communist government to redistribute land from landlords to peasants, aimed at gaining popular support.

People's Republic of China

The state established in 1949 under the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party, marking the beginning of communist rule in China.

CCP (Chinese Communist Party)

The ruling political party in China, founded in 1921, which played a crucial role in the establishment of the People's Republic of China.

Purges

The systematic removal of perceived enemies from the Communist Party and society, often involving violence and intimidation.

Propaganda

Information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a political cause or point of view, crucial for the CPC in consolidating power.

People's Republic of China (PRC)

The state established by the Chinese Communist Party in 1949, marking the end of the Chinese Civil War and the beginning of Communist rule in China.

Korean War

A conflict that lasted from 1950 to 1953, where North Korea, supported by China and the USSR, fought against South Korea, backed by the United Nations and primarily the United States.